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Messi: We must make most of luck 11 years ago

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Argentina captain Lionel Messi urged his side to capitalise on their lucky break at the FIFA World Cup.

Messi set up Angel di Maria's 118th-minute winner as Argentina edged past Switzerland 1-0 in their round-of-16 clash at the Arena de Sao Paulo.

Blerim Dzemaili almost forced penalties after Di Maria's goal, hitting the post with a header and poking the rebound wide. World cup 2014

Messi said his team were desperate to avoid a shootout and wants them to capitalise on their slice of luck as they prepare to face Belgium in the quarter-finals. Read more best betting tips